Protein

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Proteins

are large biological molecules

consisting of one or more chains of
amino acids.
Proteins are essential nutrients for the
human body. They are one of the building
blocks of body tissue, and can also serve as
a fuel source. As fuel, proteins contain 4
kcal per gram, just like carbohydrates and
unlike lipids, which contain 9 kcal per gram.

Definition

Proteins

perform a vast array of functions

within living organisms, including
catalyzing metabolic reactions,
replicating DNA, responding to stimuli,
and transporting molecules from one
location to another

Function

Protein

is a nutrient needed by the human

body for growth and maintenance. Aside
from water, proteins are the most
abundant kind of molecules in the body.

Protein

can be found in all cells of the

body and is the major structural
component of all cells in the body,
especially muscle. This also includes body
organs, hair and skin.

Proteins

also are utilized in membranes,

such as glycoproteins. When broken down
into amino acids, they are used as
precursors to nucleic acid, co-enzymes,
hormones, immune response, cellular
repair and molecules essential for
life.Finally, protein is needed to form blood
cells.

Protein

deficiency and malnutrition can lead to

variety of ailments including mental retardation
and kwashiorkor. Symptoms of kwashiorkor
include apathy, diarrhea, inactivity, failure to
grow, flaky skin, fatty liver, and edema of the
belly and legs. This edema is explained by the
action of lipoxygenase on arachidonic acid to
form leukotrienes and the normal functioning of
proteins in fluid balance and lipoprotein
transport.

Protein Deficiency

Proteins

are essential nutrients for the

human body
Protein is a nutrient needed by the human
body for growth and maintenance.
Protein deficiency and malnutrition can
lead to variety of ailments including
mental retardation and kwashiorkor

Conclution

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